Pork and Rice Stew

Pork and Rice Stew is a hearty, comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chunks of pork simmered with rice, vegetables, and aromatic herbs or spices. Common ingredients include pork shoulder or loin, rice, onions, carrots, celery, and a savory broth. This dish is a staple in many cuisines, with popular variations found in American Southern cooking, Latin American homes, and European country kitchens.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This stew is a balanced meal, offering a good mix of carbohydrates from the rice, protein from the pork, and some fat depending on the cut used. It provides key nutrients like iron, B vitamins, and potassium. A typical serving can range from 400 to 600 calories, making it a satisfying and energy-dense option.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	420 mg
Iron	2.8 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Zinc	3.1 mg
Phosphorus	210 mg
Niacin (B3)	5.5 mg
Selenium	22 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish is a prime example of 'peasant food' or 'comfort food'—dishes born from the need to make affordable, tough cuts of meat tender and flavorful through slow cooking. Nutritionally, simmering the pork with the rice allows the grains to absorb the savory broth, creating a deeply flavorful and cohesive dish where every component enhances the others.